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    ADMINISTRATOR AND CONDOMINIUM MANAGEMENT

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    Identified Question

    "Can a building managed by a condominium company have an administrator who is one of the residents?"

    🎯 Direct Answer

    Yes, there can be a resident administrator even if the management is carried out by a company.

    Legal Basis: Artigo 1436.º do Código Civil View on DRE

    Official Documentation

    📋 Context & Applicability

    Management may be carried out by a company, but the assembly may elect an administrator from among the residents.

    Article 1436 of the Civil Code allows for the appointment of an administrator, who may be a resident, regardless of whether the management is performed by a company.

    • The condominium assembly must deliberate on the election of the administrator.
    • The administrator may be a resident or a representative of the management company.

    Technical Checklist

    • Verify if the assembly has already elected an administrator.
    • Confirm the acceptance of the position by the resident.

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